Reiki is a Japanese form of energy work that is effective in stress reduction, relaxation, and promotes healing. It is an excellent alternative for people who cannot recieve, or are uncomfortable with touch therapies. Reiki is performed with the client fully clothed and can be done hands on or slightly above the body. The practitioner acts as a conduit for the flow of "ki", also known as chi, or universal life force energy. Ki is an intelligent energy that flows to wherever the client needs it to assist in self-healing on both emotional and physical levels.